Electrical Engineer II High Voltage Transmission Planning

Job Summary

Perform advanced transmission system analyses that may include the following types of studies: steady-state power flow, short circuit, transient stability, voltage stability, and transfer capability.

Essential Functions

• Perform power flow studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
• Perform short circuit studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
• Perform stability studies to determine system improvements needed to maintain transmission system reliability.
• Update power flow models to reflect changes in topology, resources and load.
• Represent CenterPoint Energy on applicable ERCOT and NERC working groups, user groups and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure compliance to applicable NERC standards, produce compliance reports and participate in audit activities.
• Work cooperatively and jointly with other departments within the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education Description

Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Requires a minimum of two years of electric utility or power engineering experience that includes performing engineering calculations and/or design.

What We Bring To You

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution